Description
Indulge in the creamy, cheesy goodness of Chicken Mozzarella Pasta. This comforting dish features tender chicken and perfectly cooked pasta enveloped in a rich mozzarella sauce. It’s quick to prepare, making it ideal for busy weeknights or impressing guests. In just 30 minutes, you can serve up a delicious meal that brings smiles to the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 8 oz penne pasta
- 8 oz fresh mozzarella cheese, cut into small pieces
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh basil leaves for garnish
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper; cook until golden brown and cooked through (about 6-7 minutes per side). Remove from skillet and slice.
- In the same skillet, sauté minced garlic until fragrant (about 30 seconds).
- Add heavy cream and bring to a simmer; gradually stir in mozzarella until melted and smooth.
- Cook pasta according to package instructions; drain and reserve some pasta water.
- Combine sliced chicken and cooked pasta with the creamy sauce; toss gently to coat.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh basil leaves.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (245g)
- Calories: 580
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 46g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 123mg